TrainlineTrainline is Europe’s leading platform for train and bus tickets

Manchester Piccadilly to Hertford East by train

First train

07:26

Last train

08:27

Departure station

Manchester Piccadilly

Arrival station

Hertford East

Journey time

From 5h 35m

Distance

147 miles (237 km)

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia

Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Hertford East in 5 hours 35 minutes

If you want to travel from Manchester Piccadilly to Hertford East by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Hertford East by train to take around 5 hours 36 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 5 hours 35 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 147 miles (237 km). You'll have to make 3 changes along the way on your journey to Hertford East. You can travel on this route with either Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or CrossCountry. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Hertford East are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Hertford East? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Manchester Piccadilly and Hertford East by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Manchester Piccadilly to Hertford East is 5 hours and 35 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Manchester Piccadilly to Hertford East?

No, there are no direct train services from Manchester Piccadilly to Hertford East. Travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Hertford East by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Manchester Piccadilly to Hertford East leave?

The first train from Manchester Piccadilly to Hertford East leaves at 07:26. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Manchester Piccadilly to Hertford East leave?

The last train from Manchester Piccadilly to Hertford East leaves at 08:27. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Manchester Piccadilly and Hertford East by train?

Trains travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Hertford East cover a distance of around 147 miles (237 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Hertford East to Manchester Piccadilly.

Cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Hertford East

Book in advance

Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.

Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Manchester Piccadilly to Hertford East is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.